Comprehensive Support Program for Chronic Kidney Disease

This trial aims to determine if a community-based support program can help individuals with early-stage chronic kidney disease (CKD) improve kidney health, heart health, mental well-being, and diet. Participants will receive either personalized support, grocery e-gift cards, and produce deliveries or just educational materials and usual care. The trial seeks adults diagnosed with early CKD (stage 2 or 3) who visit specified Harris Health clinics and can commit to the program for six months. Individuals with early CKD who can engage with this support may find this trial suitable. As an unphased trial, this study offers a unique opportunity to explore innovative support methods that could enhance overall health and well-being.

The trial requires that you do not take certain medications that affect potassium metabolism, such as NSAIDs, mineralocorticoid receptor antagonists, and Warfarin. If you are taking these medications regularly, you may need to stop them to participate.

Research has shown that the treatments in this trial are generally safe. Studies have found that using e-gift cards for groceries helps people access healthy foods without harm, and recipients reported positive experiences.

Previous participants found personalized support from a health partner helpful and non-intrusive. This approach is designed to assist without adding stress or causing side effects.

For produce delivery and customized recipes, research suggests that personalized nutrition benefits people with chronic kidney disease. These efforts aim to improve diet quality and have not shown major safety concerns.

Researchers are excited about this comprehensive support program for chronic kidney disease because it goes beyond traditional medical treatments by integrating personalized lifestyle and emotional support into patient care. Unlike standard approaches that mainly focus on medication and dialysis, this program offers personalized practical and emotional support through a dedicated health partner, which can help address the broader needs of patients. Additionally, features like produce delivery with customized recipes and e-gift cards for groceries aim to improve overall nutrition and well-being, which are crucial for managing chronic kidney disease. These unique elements have the potential to enhance patient engagement and improve health outcomes in ways that current treatments might not fully address.

This trial compares two approaches to supporting individuals with chronic kidney disease (CKD). Participants in one arm will receive a comprehensive intervention, including personalized nutrition through produce deliveries with custom recipes, a dedicated health partner for emotional support and practical advice, and e-gift cards for groceries. Studies have shown that personalized approaches can significantly benefit people with CKD by improving kidney health and overall well-being. Participants in the other arm will receive educational materials. Together, these methods aim to support better kidney health and overall wellness.¹²³⁶⁷